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Showers and storms possible this morning.
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - A complex of thunderstorms will be moving across southern Ohio and into West Virginia this morning. Thunderstorms will be more likely around Jackson County and towards the south for the morning commute, but rain chances will still be around towards the north. Our potential for showers and storms today will wane through the morning, but a few showers will still be possible around noon. When we enter the afternoon and evening, we will be looking at drier weather with a decrease in cloud cover. Expect the evening commute to be overall quiet across the Mid-Ohio Valley. However, it is still going to be quite humid.
Lawmaker takes action after Ohio Supreme Court rules ‘boneless’ chicken wings can have bones
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that a man who ordered boneless wings should have expected bones to be in them, denying him a jury trial after he suffered major injuries, including several surgeries and two medically induced comas. A state legislator is so outraged by the decision that he plans to propose a bill to […]
Overview: JD Vance and rail safety
Before Donald Trump chose Ohio’s JD Vance as his candidate for vice president, the U.S. Marine Corps veteran, lawyer, and author of “Hillbilly Elegy” gained the national spotlight as one of the authors of the Railway Safety Act of 2023. The bipartisan legislation — sponsored by six U.S. senators, three Republicans and three Democrats — came in the aftermath of the Feb. 3, 2023, Norfolk Southern derailment and chemical release in East Palestine, Ohio.
Ohio’s rural renaissance: The tangible benefits of renewable energy PILOT payments
As Ohio continues to bring new utility-scale renewable energy projects online each year, an increasing number of communities across the state are experiencing tangible economic benefits. These benefits, once met with skepticism by renewable project opponents and some community members, come in the form of annual fixed payments made directly to local communities over decades. […]
Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
Kamala Harris’ plan as a running mate was to brush past JD Vance as nothing but a rubber stamp for Donald Trump. But now that she’s the presumptive Democratic nominee, her campaign is seizing on the Ohio senator as a major liability, looking to her own vice presidential selection process and the contenders’ public auditions to drive home the point.
Semi driver in deadly I-70 crash pleads not guilty to 26 charges
View a previous report in the video player above. NEWARK, Ohio (WCMH) – The man who was driving a semi-truck that started a chain reaction crash on Interstate 70 and killed six people was arraigned in a Licking County courtroom Tuesday morning. Jacob McDonald, 61, pleaded not guilty to 26 total charges – including six […]
Suspicious package at Licking County Amazon facility not a threat
UPDATE: The sheriff’s office has reported that the package was “non-threatening” and that the facility has resumed normal operations. ETNA TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — The Licking County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported suspicious package at an Amazon Fulfillment Center in Etna Township. According to a social media post at 8:05 p.m. Monday, deputies were […]
Popular convenience store and eatery chain opens two Columbus-area locations in less than a week
If you thought Sheetz was ramping down its central Ohio expansion, think again. A mere six days apart, Sheetz launched its two newest Columbus-area stores. The Pennsylvania-based chain opened a Lancaster storefront, located at 1748 N. Memorial Dr. on June 17. Less than a week later, on June 23, the gas station and grab and go food hotspot opened a second new storefront at 4881 Roberts Rd., on the city’s west side.
Arno named Head Coach for esports
The Muskingum University Athletic Department has named Jake Arno as head coach of esports. Arno most recently worked as an esports intern at Miami University while completing his master's in esports management. During his internship, he worked closely with all the leaders and directors of the Miami esports program and assisted with the operations and logistics of managing various esports programs.
First comedy festival coming to Columbus in August
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new festival full of laughs and entertainment from national, local and regional comedians is coming to Columbus for the first time. The Columbus Comedy Festival is coming to several venues Aug. 14-18. The new festival, organized by Columbus Underground, will feature a full line up of comedians and entertainers with […]
Chillicothe seeks public input to become a bicycle-friendly city
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The City of Chillicothe is taking steps to enhance its biking infrastructure and culture by applying for a Bicycle Friendly Community designation from the League of American Bicyclists. As part of its broader community development plan, “Choose Chillicothe,” the city aims to create a more bike-friendly...
Historical Society of Mount Pleasant hosting their annual tour this weekend
JEFFERSON COUNTY, OHIO (WTRF) – If you’re a major history buff or if you just love beautiful scenic farmland, this weekend there is a special event you won’t want to miss! The Historical Society of Mount Pleasant will host their annual tour of historic properties. It’s a step back in time as visitors will tour […]
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